Jennifer Carpenter
Jenn Carpenter is a work-at-home mother of three, two teens and a preschooler. She is currently striving to achieve financial freedom (by her definition) for her family. Learn how she does it and how you can too: www.livingmybigdream.com
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Suffering Peer Pressure as ParentsPeer pressure is back and hitting parents as soon as our kids begin to toddle. And the message is clear. If you want to be a good parent, you have to do what the other parents are doing.
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Eliminating the Grade Level System in Public SchoolsEveryone can agree that our public education system is broken and failing our American students. Unfortunately few can agree on what should be done. One problem concerning our education system is the use of promotion and retention of students
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How to Discover Your Child's Learning IntelligenceDiscovering the way humans learn best has been a mission of teachers, parents and students for decades. Usually only those individuals that were "book-smart" were considered of high intelligence until Howard Gardner suggested there was another way.
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How to Discover Your Child's Learning StyleLearning style is whatever way a person learns things easiest. There are three types of learning styles: Visual, Auditory, and Tactile/Kinesthetic. By being aware of which style benefits your child the most you can do more to help your child learn more.
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7 Things to Do Before Starting a BusinessDeciding to start a business can be an exciting and terrifying time. You can alleviate your fear by being well prepared. There are seven steps all soon-to-be business owners should complete before that all important opening day.
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Internet Marketing: Setting Up a Home OfficeWhen working as an internet marketer, it is also important to have a functional and comfortable work area in which to run your business. Without a workspace that facilitates your work, you are likely to spend way too much time looking for things.
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Multiple Intelligences and the Modern School SystemOne of the major problems with the modern public school system is the inflexible teaching style used today. One prominent researcher of intelligence, Howard Gardner, defined eight different kinds of intelligence based on how students learned.
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The Importance of a Uniform Curriculum in Public SchoolsIt is no surprise that our school system is gravely failing our children. Students aren't learning the basic skills needed in nor are they retaining most of the knowledge they are taught.
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FTP: What it is and Why You Need ItDo you know what FTP stands for and why you need it if you want to make the most of your website or blog? FTP stands for File Transfer Protocol and this article's purpose is to explain what FTP programs do to help webmasters.
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Educational Activities for the Summer Before KindergartenThis September thousands of children will start Kindergarten. For many this will be their first exposure to formal education.
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Different Types of Schooling: Public, Private, Homeschooling and UnschoolingA good education starts with the type of schooling the child is exposed to and how high the quality is of this schooling. Also taken into account is the preference of the child's parents.
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Boost Your Memory with Mnemonic DevicesAlmost everyone uses one or more mnemonic devices to remember some list of facts more easily. Since ancient Greece, students have relied on mnemonic strategies to boost their ability to remember.
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Creating a Personal Survival KeychainThere are many websites and articles on setting up emergency kits for your home and car, but what if you're walking around and suddenly find yourself in trouble?
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Top Five Ways to Boost Your Child's Self-ConfidencePeople with self-confidence make friends easier, accomplish more, and are less likely to be plagued with sleep disorders, social disorders, depression, and anxiety.
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Creating an Emergency Survival Kit for Your CarDid you know that getting stranded in your car is much more likely that being confined to your home for a length of time. For this reason it is critical that you keep an emergency survival kit for you vehicle.
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How Long Could You Survive If You Were Stranded Inside Your Home?If a natural disaster like Katrina, or a terrorist attack like the World Trade Center, or a pandemic hit today and you were stranded inside your home, how long could you survive?
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Putting Together an Emergency Survival Kit for Your HomeIt is impossible to know when a disaster, either natural or man-made, is going to hit close to home. However it is possible to prepare for the worst before it actually happens.
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How Standardized Testing Hurts Our ChildrenThere has been some debate about standardized testing and their pros and cons. Usually comprised of multiple choice or true and false questions, standardized testing doesn't encourage critical thinking or anything more than just repeating facts.
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How to Fix America's Public School SystemDespite being one of the wealthiest and most powerful countries, known for its innovative citizens and never-say-die attitude, we are falling pathetically behind less privileged countries in the education level of our students.
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Starting a Neighborhood AssociationClose knit communities have less crime, fewer instances of vandalism and are generally happier places to live. By starting a neighborhood association you can bring neighbors closer together and improve the state of your community.
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Teaching Your Children About Good CitizenshipThere seems to be a lot of negativity towards America going around. Like any great nation, we have our problems. Those problems can only be fixed by people. Good, hardworking, educated citizens.
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What Your 5-Year-Old Should Know About MathMath. One of the most important subjects to learn. It is a subject that you use every day of your life in dozens of ways from balancing your checkbook to measuring out the correct amount of laundry detergent.
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Raising Children Who Care: Teaching Charity and CompassionThere seems to be a generalized opinion that kids and teens in America are selfish and spoiled. While this might be true of some kids, it doesn't have to be true of yours.
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The Six Responsibilities of ParentingOver the last thirty-five years I have noticed the role of parents somewhat changing. From strict to more lenient, from nurturing to smothering, from encouraging to fearful.
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Back to Basics in the Public Education SystemToday's public education curriculum is more complicated than it was fifty or twenty-five years ago. Teachers have to teach twice as much as before and our students are paying the price.
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Consequences of a Global Water ShortageWhile the oil crisis is getting lots of press there is another more critical resource shortage that is falling mostly under the radar. I'm talking about the global water shortage which threatens drinking water and crop production around the world.
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How to Write a Letter to an Editor: A GuideToday it seems like everyone has a strong opinion about what needs to change. Writing a letter to the editor of a newspaper or magazine is a good way to get your thoughts heard and possibly share them with others.
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Start the New Year Right - Create a Life PlanWe've all made New Year's Resolutions and then at some point during the year, broken them. Instead of focusing on your bad habits think about living the life you've always dreamed of.
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Barack Obama Can't Do it AloneEven though I have strong belief in Barack Obama's ability to do good for this nation, I also believe he can't do it alone. The President is going to need all of our help in order to start getting this country back on track.
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Hanging by a Shoestring BudgetAn estimated 47% of American households live paycheck to paycheck or very close. It doesn't look like statistic will get any better soon; in fact it's likely to get worse as the unemployment numbers rise.
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What to Do when Faced with ForeclosureIt is estimated that almost 3 million people will face foreclosure or come close in the year ahead. Here's some ways to prevent the loss of your home and the destruction of your good credit.
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Best Five Eco-Friendly Baby ProductsThe color for this season is green. What could be better for your baby than organic, chemical free, toxic free clothing, food and toys? -
Seven Green Gifts to GiveGiving green gifts is a way to keep your friends, your family, yourself and your planet forever happy. Here are seven easy and frugally green ideas for any gift giving occasion.
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Celebrating an Anniversary on a BudgetAnniversaries are special days but in these hard economic times not everyone can afford to spend a fortune on a fancy affair. Here are some frugal but fun ways to kick up your heels on this meaningful day.
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Free Winter Activities for Kids of All AgesKeeping the kids entertained during the winter months can be hard enough without having to worry about how much it will cost. Here are some frugal ideas for keeping the kids from climbing the walls. -
4 Must-Haves for the Successful BloggerEvery blogger needs certain tools and software to increase their chance of success. These four are must-haves for the successful blogger
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10 Ways You Can Make a Difference TodayAlmost everybody would like to do more to help others but it's so hard to find the time or money to donate. Well here are 10 different ways you can change a little piece of the world today without spending a lot of time or breaking the bank.
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How to Stay Green During the HolidaysWith the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it can be easy to put your green practices on the back burner while you try to get everything done.
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Easy to Create Budget Holiday GiftsWith the holidays just around the corner, most people are looking for ways to save money. Giving frugal gifts, however, is a tricky game since no one wants to look cheap at gift giving time. -
Easy to Create Budget Holiday DecorationsThis holiday season almost everyone has frugality on the mind. Decorations are something that usually costs a lot of money but doesn't have to. Here are four beautiful and budget-friendly holiday decor ideas.
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How to Plan a Homemade ChristmasWith everyone thinking frugally this holiday season, an old-fashioned homemade Christmas is making a comeback. But how do you plan a homemade Christmas that is fun, simple and still beautiful?
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Creating a Homework Routine That WorksIt is essential to create an effective homework system. Unfortunately it isn't always easy to get homework done with the bombardment of distractions. The following strategies should help create a program that will work for any student.
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5 Fun and Easy Recipes for You and Your PreschoolerCooking with your preschooler is a wonderful way to teach measuring, counting, shapes and following directions. Here are 5 easy to make and healthy goodies for you and your little one to make together.
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5 Ways to Help Your Preschooler Learn to ReadStudies have shown that early reading is a good indicator of future success in school and in life. And learning to read starts with a desire to read. But what can you do to foster a love of books and reading in your preschool child?
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Top 5 Uses for BoraxYou can find Borax in the laundry aisle of just about any retail store. Borax, also known as sodium borate, is packaged by the 20 Mule Team Company as a laundry booster but it has many other uses as well.
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Top 5 Tips for Saving Money at the SupermarketEveryone loves to save money and the easiest place to save money is at the supermarket. Although food is one of life's little necessities, you don't have to break the bank to eat well.
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Why You Should Get Involved in Local PoliticsWith the Presidential campaign well under way, everyone is super excited about who will be the next Commander-In-Chief. But being President isn't the only game in town.
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What is Voter Initiative and Referendum?One of the first lessons you learn in American history is that our country is a democratic one and that our citizens have (or should have) a large amount of power in the running of our government and our nation in general.
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What is Homesteading?The practice of homesteading is once again gaining popularity both in America and in the U.K. Homesteading goes by several names; farming, simple living, self-sufficient life, independent living, back-to-basics, and more. But what really is homesteading?
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What is the Difference Between Organic and Green Cleaning Supplies?Most people today are at least somewhat concerned about the environment and doing what is best for our planet, whether it's "going green" or "buying organic". While these two terms are tossed around a lot, many people don't really know the difference. -
Getting Started with Urban HomesteadingHomesteading goes by many other names; simple living, country living, getting back to basics and self-sufficient living. No matter what you call it, it boils down to doing more for yourself and relying less on consumer goods and services.
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Earn Extra Money in a Bad Economy by Learning a Marketable SkillIn today's bad economy, everyone is seeing a squeezing of his or her paycheck. You may be experiencing a cut in your hours or a lack of that yearly raise you've grown used to. Possibly you got a pay cut or even lost your job due to so many small businesses going under. -
Green Cleaning - Top Four Magic Cleaners Direct from Your PantryWhat would you say if I told you that everything you need to clean your house was probably hiding in your pantry? I'm telling you all you need are baking soda, distilled white vinegar, lemon or lime juice and olive oil.
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Save the Planet with the Four R'sConservation seems to be on everyone's mind lately. How to save energy, save money, save resources, and most importantly, save the planet (which is the only one we have at the moment).
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Five Ways to Beat the Bad EconomyThe awful state of the economy is on just about everyone's mind today. While some things like mortgages and taxes are inevitable, there are ways to find relief in times of a bad economy.
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10 Simple and Cheap Ways to Clean GreenThis new knowledge has lead to a movement towards cleaning house with all-natural and less toxic alternatives. Lucky for us, just about everything you need to keep your home sparkling clean is probably in your pantry.
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Blogging for ProfitWhile there are many moneymaking opportunities online, some of them are too competitive, too complicated or are downright scams. It can be hard to sort through the good, the bad, and the ugly online even for people who are very smart and experienced
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Blogging for TrafficMany people have been "blogging" for years in order to vent, make money, or meet new people. Now a relatively new use for blogging has come to light - Blogging For Traffic
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Free Fundraising Ideas for Your CharityWithout doubt one of the most important tasks your charity, or nonprofit organization, has to do is fundraising. I have found three totally free fundraising ideas.
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Is it Safe to Treat Ear Infection Symptoms Without Antibiotics?With the recent growing concern over antibiotic-resistant bacteria, many parents are hesitant to dole out antibiotics over common and minor childhood illnesses. The purpose of this article is to discuss alternatives to antibiotics for treatment. -
Smoking and Its Effect on Ear InfectionsOne of the worst risk factors for ear infections is smoking. Studies have shown that cigarette smoke greatly increases the likeliness of suffering from ear infection symptoms.
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Why Digital Cameras Make Top 50th Birthday PresentsAre you shopping for terrific 50th birthday presents? Electronics are on everyone's wish list, including the soon-to-be-50 crowd, and one of the most wanted electronics is a digital camera.
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Perfect 50th Birthday Presents for the Sports FanNeed an idea for a 50th birthday present? Well, if the birthday girl or guy is a sports fanatic, I've got some great ideas for you.
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5 Totally Unique 50th Birthday PresentsNo one would disagree that the 50th birthday is a big day in most people's lives. Since this day is a one-of-a-kind type of event, it deserves a totally unique 50th birthday present.
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Alternative Treatments for Bladder Infection SymptomsIf you are hesitant to use antibiotics for your bladder infection, there are some different treatments that may be able to help you eliminate the bladder infection. The best part is that most of these alternative treatments are easily bought at your closest supermarket.
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Telltale Symptoms of a Kidney InfectionA kidney infection can be more than an uncomfortable nuisance; it can be downright fatal if left untreated. Kidney infection symptoms that are not taken care of can cause blood poisoning or kidney failure both of which can possibly result in death.
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How to Tell Kidney Infection Symptoms from Bladder Infection SymptomsThe bladder, the kidneys, the urethra are all parts of the urinary tract system and can all fall victim to infection. Since the symptoms are similar between bladder infections, sometimes referred to as UTIs, and kidney infections, occasionally the two are misdiagnosed.
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The Most Common Types, Causes and Treatments of AnemiaAlthough there are over 400 types of anemia, many are rare with only about a dozen being routinely seen in the United States. Even so, over 3.5 million Americans are affected by anemia.
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Recognizing Iron Deficiency Anemia Symptoms in TeensTeenagers are at a higher risk for iron deficiency anemia due the rapid rate at which they are growing during these years. As the body grows, it requires larger amounts of nutrients, including iron, which it receives from the blood.
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The Internet Niche Marketing PlanInternet marketing, sometimes called online marketing, is the business of selling products or services over the Internet. Many people have turned to Internet marketing as a lucrative way to make a living while working from home.
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How to Prevent Reoccurring Bladder Infection SymptomsWhile bladder infections usually aren't too dangerous, they are still uncomfortable and disruptive to your day-to-day life. Luckily there are some easy steps you can take each day to prevent reoccurring bladder infections from happening to you.
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Important Information About Bladder Infections During PregnancyAlthough bladder infections can be uncomfortable, even painful, they are easily treatable and go away without any lasting side effects posing no real danger to the infected person. However, getting a bladder infection while pregnant can be dangerous if not treated quickly.
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Is it Safe to Treat Ear Infections at Home?In the past, diagnose of an ear infection would require a prescription of antibiotics to treat. However with the concern about antibiotic-resistant infections, parents are less likely to want to treat an infection with antibiotics if it can be avoided.
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Recognizing Ear Infection Symptoms in InfantsMost babies experience ear infection symptoms two or three times a year before the age of two making ear infections one of the most common infant illnesses. As with all infant sicknesses, it can be difficult to tell what is bothering a child too young to talk.
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WhyPark.com - a Better Solution for Parked Domain NamesMany Internet marketers on the web today are making a living by providing information products to niche markets. Many Internet marketers have domain names just sitting around waiting for the marketer to find the time to develop it into a full-fledged niche website.
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Forgive and Forget - Quotes on the Virtue of ForgivenessForgiveness is one of the great virtues that all people should aspire for. Holding a grudge is not only dangerous for your health (anger causes stress on the heart) but is hazardous for the soul.
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How to Stay Organized Through the HolidaysThe secret to a wonderful and relaxing holiday is planning. With good planning, you can work on just a couple of small tasks each day and avoid the rushing around that many people fall prey to right around the second week of December.
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Financial Freedom is Not Just About Being Debt FreeHaving financial freedom is defined as being in a place in your life where you no longer have to work to pay for your living expenses. What could be better than having the time to do what you want without having to work?
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The Top 5 Best 50th Birthday PresentsTurning the big 5-0 can be an exciting. Friends and family usually gather together for a huge bash with dancing, laughing, cake, and of course...50th birthday presents. So the trick is figuring out what to buy for the guest of honor at a 50th birthday gala.
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What Can Young Children Learn from Preschool Songs?Through preschool songs, young kids can learn many different basic and personal skills. The following article discusses the lessons that young children can learn from songs as well as naming a few ideal tunes for each category.
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How to Know If You Need Help for Your AngerAnger is a normal and natural emotion. One that is felt by everyone at some time. But when does normal spurts of anger become too much anger?
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Fun Things for Teens to CollectThe teens of today aren't interested in the same old stamp and coin collecting. Teens want to collect something interesting, fun, and cool to show off to their friends. In order to do this, teenagers have to get creative.
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Scary Glowing Halloween Window Craft for KidsThe following project is not only fun to make but lasts for years so it can be used over and over again. The finished project will look like a window with a view of a scary graveyard - plus it glows in the dark!
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5 Ways to Reduce Waste at WorkAlthough many people are going to great lengths to conserve energy and recycle their trash at home, the same people are not always as "green-conscious" in the workplace. Businesses are one of the biggest sources of trash, and energy waste.
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Cognitive Restructuring - A Better Way to Cope with Negative EmotionsCognitive restructuring is just another way to say thinking different. Cognitive restructuring is also used with patients struggling with depression, anger and anxiety. Cognitive restructuring teaches them to challenge this thinking.
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5 Lesser Known Ways to Conserve EnergyYou are already doing a great job of conserving the Earth's natural resources. But there is more that you could be doing. Follows is a list of lesser-known ways to conserve energy in the comfort of your own home.
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Real Help for Out of Control AngerWith everything that is on your plate, it's no wonder that most days you feel like screaming and ranting until things finally start to make sense. Anger management is a collection of techniques that are designed to help you learn to better control your anger.
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The CashCrate Project Results - One Month LaterLast month I performed an experiment to show how much money a person with little time and no referrals could make on CashCrate, a GPT site with a good reputation. I spent one hour every day for a month filling out surveys on CashCrate to see how much money I could make.
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Use Preschool Songs to Get Your Kid to ListenMost parents and teachers are aware that young children love to hear and sing along to preschool songs. However,many parents aren't aware of is the potential that songs have for getting your young children to pay attention, listen better, and follow directions more often. -
The CashCrate Project: One Site, One Month, One Hour a DayI have tried plenty on work at home opportunities with limited success. Recently there has been a lot of buzz about a new get-paid-to (GPT) site called CashCrate. Get-paid to sites are often downright scams or pay so little that it isn't worth your time and effort.
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Achieving Financial Freedom on a Deadline - Part OneRoughly my life has been a journey without a destination for entirely too long. That was, until I read Do It! Let's Get Off Our Buts! by John-Roger McWilliams. Through a series of exercises, this book showed me what it is I really want out of life: To be financially free.
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Top 5 Educational BlogsBlogging, a relatively recent cultural phenomenon, creates an online forum where individuals can express their views on particular topics and issues.
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10 Financial Blogs for the Individual InvestorBlogging, a relatively recent cultural phenomenon, allows individuals to publish their views on various topics on the worldwide web.
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Practical and Essential Back-To-School Must-HavesAs you prepare for the start of the school year, there are a variety of items kids should have. Of course, there are the standards: clothes, pencils, crayons, glue, etc
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Should Kids Receive an Allowance in Exchange for ChoresTo motivate their children to complete their household chores, parents frequently rely on one time-honored tradition: the allowance. Proponents for allowances argue that the practice teaches children essential money management skills and fiscal responsibility.
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Average Costs of Home SchoolingA growing number of population in the United States are turning to homeschooling to provide their children extensive education. In 2005-2006, an estimated 1.9 to 2.4 million children -mostly White Americans - were educated at home either by guardians or parents.
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Best Family Beaches in FloridaFamous as the " Sunshine State", Florida takes it tag seriously with its wide array of world famous beaches that boast of white sand, clear crystal waters, and a year-round subtropical climate that suits tourists of all ages.
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Best Campgrounds in Rhode IslandWith a size of roughly 1, 214 square miles and many beaches (hence its nickname 'The Ocean State'), Rhode Island offers plenty of opportunities for the backpacking traveler or the enthusiastic beachgoer. Here are a few campgrounds for those who want to stay for a few days.
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Best Meat Recipes for GrillingOne of the tastiest things to eat when properly grilled are hamburgers. the Hearth, Patio, and Barbeque Association has ranked the burger as the number one grilled item since 1985!
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Best Campgrounds in MaineScenic, remote and wild, the state of Maine is home to some of the best camping locations of the northeastern United States.
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Best Campgrounds in New HampshireNestled between Vermont and Maine, the state of New Hampshire is a magnificent destination for campers and nature lovers. Remote and scenic, New Hampshire is a lovely setting for a family camping trip away from the hubbub of the modern northeastern cities.
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Top 5 Beaches in MassachusettsThe beaches of Nantucket are world-renowned for their beautiful, pristine expanses and modern amenities.
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Alternative Fuel Options to Reduce Global WarmingWidespread industrialization, vehicle emissions, rampant energy usage and massive deforestation have contributed to this problem by creating a blanket of "greenhouse gases" around the Earth.
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The Best Legitimate Home-Based BusinessesIn the stress of today's modern world, many people are seeking ways to achieve a better balance between their work and home lives.
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My Journey to Take Control of My Weight, My Money and My LifeSince about four years ago when I realized that I was indeed going to turn 30 (Who wouldn't thought it could happen to me?) I have been on a self-improvement kick.
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The Best Digital Photography SoftwareWhether it ease of use of a variety of fancy features, this article gives you the what's what about digital photography software.
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How is White Wine Made?White wine comes from white grapes or red ones whose skin has been removed prior to fermentation. These are picked at night, when acids that give the wine its crisp flavor are its highest.
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The Best Comedy Clubs in Manhattan, New YorkComedy clubs in New York usually feature top-class comedy acts. Of course, this is mostly due to the fact that this is New York, and a mediocre comedian isnft likely to last long.
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10 Easy Ways to "Go Green" in Your HomeAl Gore's 2006 film, An Inconvenient Truth, has heightened awareness of the environmental crisis facing our world: Global Warming.
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Qualities to Look for in a Real Estate AgentWhether you are looking to purchase a new home or sell your current abode, you will need to find a real estate agent you trust.
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How Red Wine is Made and How You Should Treat it at HomeMaking, storing and certainly drinking red wine can be exciting and fun for the adventurous connoisseur. Follow a bottle of red wine from the grape to your tongue in this article.
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Facts About OCHD: Obsessive Compulsive Hoarding DisorderOCHD is the resistance or inability to throw anything, even completely worthless things away. Instead the "collections" grow until the life of the hoarder is lost in the clutter.
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Facts About Satellite RadioThis common form of radio is broadcast by radio stations across the earth's surface, whereas satellite radio beams radio signals from satellites hovering around the earth.
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Facts About Hydrogen Powered CarsPerhaps the most essential difference between hydrogen-powered cars and fossil fuel-powered cars is the type of emissions
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Best College Campuses in VermontRenowned for its beauty and lush landscape, the state of Vermont is an idyllic backdrop for campus life. Within the state of Vermont, there are many lovely colleges and universities.
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The Best College Campuses in MassachusettsThe state of Massachusetts boasts some of the best universities in the world, including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the awe-inspiring pinnacle of higher education, Harvard University.
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Best College Campuses in Rhode IslandAlthough small, the state of Rhode Island contains numerous, highly respected colleges and universities.
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Budget Friendly Vacations in Rhode IslandKnown for its long held nickname "Little Rhody", Rhode Island's reputation as the Ocean State makes it a prime spot for east coast travelers.
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Perfect Romantic Vacation Get-Aways in PennsylvaniaWhether couples are seeking a relaxed, leisurely weekend in the country or a romantic honeymoon filled with the vibrant energy of a 21st century city, Pennsylvania is full of terrific, romantic destinations.
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Budget Friendly Ways to Spice Up Your PatioWith the weather turning warmer and summer holidays fast approaching there's no better time to spruce up your patio. With a little creativity and some elbow grease you can convert your less than stellar space into a pleasant setting for sizzling days and moonlit nights.
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The Hazards of So-Called Healthy FoodsIt seems that the dangers of junk food and fast food are all we hear about on every talk show or new program but few experts report on the potential harm that some food, generally considered healthy, can cause.